The rules of chemotherapy dictate to some extent which drugs are combined in a regimen. In some cases a synergistic action can be achieved. Which of the following drugs would achieve synergy when added to a combination of carboplatin and 5 FU?
A. Cisplatin
B. Bleomycin
C. Leucovorin
D. MESNA
Answer: C. Leucovorin
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